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Cost estimators, matched on accuracy and how you work a bid.

Estimating is takeoffs, vendor quotes and judgment under a deadline. The story arcs include the bid that's due tomorrow and the quote that came in wrong, and your references say what you'd most likely do.

Free to join. In your browser, on iPhone and on Android.

Example screen, simplified from the app.

What the skills checklist starts with

Your checklist starts pre-checked from your role. You uncheck what you don't do and pick a depth for the rest: learning, some skill, independent, can supervise, or expert. Nothing counts until you confirm it.

Work you might do

  • Do quantity takeoffs from plans
  • Estimate project costs
  • Collect and level vendor quotes
  • Write bid proposals
  • Suggest value-engineering options
  • Compare estimates with job costs
  • Read plans and specs
  • Build and update project schedules

Tools

  • Bluebeam Revu
  • On-Screen Takeoff
  • PlanSwift
  • HeavyBid
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Procore

Adapted from the O*NET database (USDOL/ETA, CC BY 4.0), shortened. Members can add more.

How it works for cost estimators

Licenses

Common here: OSHA 10-hour construction. A license with its number counts for matching; verification is optional.

Trade partners you might meet

Construction managers, project management specialists and civil engineering technicians; for project work, the builders and owners who need a number.

Where you'd meet

On site, at the trailer, the shop or the office. Field roles always meet in person.

Project work fits

Estimating can be done remotely: a timed 30-minute video meetup is planned for remote-capable roles when both sides are ID-verified.

Questions

Do cost estimators need a résumé?

No. You answer a tap-only questionnaire, check your skills and how deep each one goes, play a few short work stories, and invite people to vouch for you.

How is my license shown?

Entered with its number and state, it counts for matching right away and shows as "Self-reported". Verification ($29.99) adds a "Verified" badge. The number is never shown.

Can I meet over video?

Not yet. A timed 30-minute video meetup is planned for project work in this field, when both sides are ID-verified. Hiring and networking meet in person.

Built for cost estimators. Free to join.

Free to join. Answer the basics in a few minutes and you can be matched right away. Everything else you add makes matching better.